10 Things Flight Attendants Seldom Discuss Plus Tips for a More Comfortable Flight

BinaryQuill Updated: 2025-10-23

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8. Payment to flight attendants is withheld until the aircraft door is closed.

At many airlines hourly pay starts only after the door is closed. Time spent greeting, organizing cabins, and assisting during boarding or after landing is often unpaid. So ground delays can feel especially draining since income has not started. This structure is unusual compared with other industries. Crews must juggle energy and patience while facing long unpaid stretches. A stalled departure can extend the day without adding compensation, increasing the strain of an already demanding schedule.

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